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LCC-LFB Merryweather Hatfield fire engine
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LCC-LFB Merryweather Hatfield fire engine
An LFB firefighting crew on a motorised steam pump. The motorised age came to the London Fire Brigade at Southwark in September 1909. This petrol powered Merryweather Hatfield chain-driven pump could deliver 500 gallons of water at the fire and travel at 30mph. Note the ubiquitous hose cart in the background (left)
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This photograph, taken in September 1909, showcases the London Fire Brigade's groundbreaking LCC-LFB Merryweather Hatfield fire engine. A significant milestone in the fire service's history, this motorised steam pump marked the beginning of the brigade's transition from horse-drawn vehicles to motorised appliances. The Merryweather Hatfield fire engine, with its petrol-powered engine, was a game-changer. It could travel at an impressive speed of 30mph and deliver an impressive 500 gallons of water to the fire scene. The crew, dressed in their Edwardian firefighting gear, are seen proudly posing beside their new appliance. The ubiquitous hose cart in the background is a testament to the brigade's traditional methods that were gradually being replaced by motorised technology. The LCC-LFB Merryweather Hatfield fire engine was the first of its kind in Southwark, and its arrival signified the brigade's commitment to adopting modern technology to improve their response times and effectiveness in firefighting. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, depicting the London Fire Brigade's evolution from horse-drawn steam pumps to motorised appliances. The crew's determined expression and the sleek lines of the Merryweather Hatfield fire engine exude a sense of progress and innovation, making it a truly iconic image in the history of firefighting.
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